Nepal, May 1 -- Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli on Wednesday said that not only is labour respected, but the future of workers in Nepal is now secure.

Extending greetings on the occasion of International Workers' Day, Oli credited the workers for the country's progress and society's sustenance. "Nepal has moved forward due to the sweat of its workers and the dedication they show every day," he said.

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